News
Interested in finding out what's really hot at Vakkaru Maldives? This section is devoted to telling you all about numerous exciting things that're going on at our resort as well as what we're keen to draw up plans for.
05th February 2021
This Valentine's Day, Vakkaru Maldives is tempting the guests to celebrate romance while immersing their body, mind and soul in the idyllic setting of Baa Atoll - arguably one of the most romantic destinations on the earth.
19th January 2021
With this new year representing a longed-for fresh start, Vakkaru Maldives is proud to welcome Dawn Harlow as the resort’s first visiting wellness practitioner of 2021. A spiritual guide, Kundalini yoga and meditation teacher, life coach and master in breathwork who will be in residence from 20 January to 28 February, she will lead a series of private and group sessions dedicated to providing guests with strength, clarity, calmness and purpose over the months to come.
11th January 2021
At Vakkaru Maldives, oenophiles will find there’s no better place to toast the start of 2021 than in Vakkaru Reserve. Fresh from winning a major accolade from the American magazine Wine Spectator, with a new head sommelier in place and showcasing a number of fresh new initiatives, the resort’s wine cellar will be a focal point for special wine and dine experiences throughout the year.
21st December 2020
As we reach the end of this seismic year, the adage that “health is wealth” has never rung more true. At Vakkaru Maldives, a new Ayurveda programme will provide guests with yet another way to boost their wellbeing as they enjoy the resort’s serene Baa Atoll setting.
19th November 2020
We have many reasons to celebrate at Vakkaru, as we are going to bid farewell to this unprecedented year with 50 Shades of Blue, a Festive celebration like no other. Inspired by the remarkable seascape of Baa Atoll that in 2021 celebrates its 10-year anniversary as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, our Festive programme combines our dedication to wellness with a spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala that is guaranteed to raise spirits as we all look forward with hope and anticipation to a fresh new start.
10th November 2020
Vakkaru Maldives has a quartet of very good reasons to celebrate over the coming festive season and beyond: launched in 2017, the private-island retreat has just been crowned a winner four times over at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards. Immensely proud to receive such recognition just three years after opening, the independently run resort has been named Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort 2020 and The World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort. Additionally, its immense signature four-bedroom overwater villa The Residence has been named both Maldives’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020 and Indian Ocean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020.
28th October 2020
In recognition of the resort’s new hospitality concept Vakkare, which places the concept of physical, mental and emotional care at the core of all that Vakkaru provides, Vakkaru Maldives is delighted to be partnering with Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis. Founded by former World No. 8 tennis player Janko Tipsarevic, Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis will bring some of the world’s most accomplished tennis professionals for short-term residences as well as Serbian Tennis Pro, Barbara Bonic, who will be the resort’s Resident Tennis Coach.
7th October 2020
Just because the office is out of bounds doesn’t mean you have to work from home. Offering the service of a dedicated Vacay PA; a bespoke fitness and nutritional programme; tailored recreational activities; and an Ocean Office set-up that provides what might be the world’s most envy-inducing Zoom call backdrop, Vakkaru Maldives resort’s Work Well package is custom-made for remote workers who during this strange time want to better their business, mind, body and soul in a setting that is nothing short of remarkable.
July 21, 2020
Proud to represent one of the world’s foremost luxury resorts, the team at Vakkaru Maldives have always done everything in their power to ensure guests enjoy a holiday experience to treasure forever.
6 - 16 April 2020
This Easter, an amazing line-up of endlessly fun activities abound every day for the whole family in our timeless sanctuary. Hop into spring with an island getaway full of time-honoured Easter traditions, from delectable feasts, plenty of treats and fun games for the little ones and special programmes taking place every day.
20 December 2019 - 20 January 2020
Make the most of your island getaway this Festive season as Vakkaru Maldives collaborates with Lux Tennis, a Tennis Management Company providing professional Tennis Coaches to luxury resorts worldwide. From 20 December 2019 to 20 January 2020, the resort welcomes a guest tennis pro, Erika Zanchetta, who will bring her expertise and flair for the game to the Sports Fields.
December 21, 2019 - January 06, 2019
Embark on a timeless journey as soon as you step onto our idyllic island paradise. Leave the time behind, disconnect from reality and reconnect to each other while discovering what our resort to offer to create enriched memories during the festive season. Our team has prepared lot of exciting programs to look forward to throughout the festive season, with an array of indulgent culinary experiences, lively entertainment, exciting recreational and rejuvenating wellness activities for all to enjoy
January 05, 2020- January 06, 2020
This festive season, Vakkaru Maldives welcomes internationally-renowned fashion illustrator and author, Megan Hess for the exclusive launch of her third book in The Claris Collection, Claris: Bonjour Riviera on 5 and 6 January 2020.
July Mid, 2019
Vakkaru Maldives together with the certified Master Chef and SPICEHUNTER®and International High-End Gastronomy Expert of KOPPERT CRESS, Chef Marcel Thiele, concluded a Sustainable Gastronomical Culinary Journey with a series of exclusive dining experiences and cooking classes held on the island in mid-July
August 9-13, 2019
Vakkaru Maldives together with world-renowned fitness expert, Yasmin Karachiwala, concluded her first ever retreat in the Maldives. Her “Hack Your 21st Century Digitized Body” was held from 9 to 13 August 2019, delivering a high-octane bespoke programme to guests at the luxury resort.
October 22, 2019
Vakkaru Maldives will be opening its shores to Alistair Birt, Head Pastry Chef of Harrods London this 22 – 25 October 2019 for an extraordinary experience with chocolate. Guests on island will be in for a treat as they embark on a journey to discover this ancient food of the gods with Alistair through a series of experiences curated exclusively for Vakkaru Maldives.
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